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Ancestry Library Edition (Accessible in-library only)
A genealogy or family history research tool with records from Canada, the US, UK, and some European countries.
Records include census and voter lists, birth, marriage and death, military, immigration and emigration
**Available to use in-house at our Cobourg location only.
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Canadian Points of View Reference Centre
Containing resources that present multiple sides of a current issue — including information on key topics of interest to Canadian researchers — this database helps students develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.
Discover the best Canadian shows, stories & more.
This digital portal allows you to discover trusted news, entertaining TV and radio shows, education kids content, news in foreign languages and much more! French Language Link.
Enjoy podcasts and interviews with authors - updated daily.
Health resources on a variety of health and wellness topics, including complementary, holistic and integrated medicine.
Content for Teens and Their Parents - dozens of articles on a variety of teen health topics from smoking and sexting to dealing with anger and coping with divorce.
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As a community-based organization, Contact North | Contact Nord increases the number of underserved Ontario residents who take online programs and courses from Ontario’s colleges, universities, Indigenous institutes, and other providers while remaining in their community.
We recruit and provide free support services to students in 1,500+ communities, in person at locations across the province, or by phone, email, live chat or virtually.
Our services are available in English and French.
We help increase access and success for underrepresented learner groups, including:
Your online learning centre in Cobourg is now open by appointment — make yours today!
Call 1-855-361-1421 or e-mail northumberlandpeterborough@contactnorth.ca to book an appointment.
E-Magazines, E-Books and E-Audiobooks - to download or view/listen to online
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Download the Libby app to access OverDrive titles easily
Or, use Libby in your web browser at libbyapp.com
Troubleshooting the Libby App - Having issues with your Libby app? Check this page for help.
If you would like to register for the "Getting Started with Libby" month webinar - Click here
Devices and Platforms - Device profiles give you a snapshot of how popular devices work with OverDrive, including compatible apps or software and links to step-by-step getting started articles.
Explora - Search 8 EBSCO Databases
Trustworthy, intuitive and simple research tool. Learn more about this resource on Niche Academy
Family and Local History Resources
Find a wealth of online resources to aide in your search for your ancestors, or historical information on our area.
Resources include these local databases:
A self-guided online software program that teaches youth (ages 8 to 18 years) how to code through hundreds of coding tutorials and dozens of real-world projects.
A gamified learning experience ― as you progress through the activities, you will earn clothes and accessories for your personal avatar within the software.
You can learn to build websites, video games, apps, animations, and programs, while using the programing languages of HTML, CSS, Javascript, Python, Scratch, and SQL.
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Grant Connect (Accessible in-library only)
This subscription is generously funded through a local partnership between the Trent Hills Public Library, the Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland, and a memorial fund created in loving memory of Teresa Castonguay. Teresa was a dedicated
supporter of community development who worked tirelessly with local organizations to help them secure funding and resources. Her legacy continues through this resource, empowering others to pursue meaningful projects in our region.
Feel free to explore and let a librarian know if you need help getting started!
Got a hobby you’d like to nurture? Looking for a new activity to pass the time?
This database from contains thousands of articles from top hobby and craft magazines and books as well as recipes, “how-to” videos and hobby profiles. Time to get crafty!
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Kanopy Plus (Video Streaming Service)
Use your Cobourg Public Library card and your 4-digit PIN# you can access Kanopy Plus.
With an expertly curated collection of narrative and documentary films we think you’ll enjoy, we’re pleased to bring this streaming service to our community.
Go to https://cobourgpl.kanopy.com/
Or access it through the "Extras" section when you login to our Download Centre (OveDrive), Libbyapp.com or with the Libby app to get started today.
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MSD Manuals (formerly Merck Manuals)
Explains medical disorders, their symptoms, how they're diagnosed, and how they can be prevented or treated.
There are 3 versions: Professional Version, Consumer Version and the new Veterinary Manual.
Free public service to health care professionals and the general public.
View and learn with these free tutorials on a variety of topics, including:
Library Resources
Social media
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Ages 0 to 18 - Find your next great read with: Booklists, recommended reads, book discussion guides, author biographies and award winners and more.
Click on the link to check the Library catalogue to see if it is available or place a hold!
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Find your next great read; The order of books in a series; Suggestions for books on topics you enjoy.
A readers' advisory service, which provides access to 155,000 fiction titles, with features such as: Author read-a-likes, Book discussion guides, Reading lists and more.
Click the link to check the Library's catalogue to see if it is available, or place a hold!
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This online resource provides G1 practice tests for anyone that is preparing for the written portion of their G1 driving exam.
NOTE: This is NOT an official G1 test website, please visit http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/ for more information about licenses and driving tests.
Available online, at the Library, or at a Service Ontario Centre.
Do you have questions about Driver's Licenses, Vehicle Records, Accessible Parking Permits, Business, Health, ID and Certificates, Outdoors card and much more.
Tech Life Unity (formerly Tech Boomers)
Learn how to use popular websites and apps for free
An online collection of e-books for children in grades K-6.
They are a great way to encourage and foster a love of reading with your kids!
There are over 350 animated, talking picture books!
The site also features books in Spanish and French, read-along chapter books, graphic novels, and non-fiction books, plus games and puzzles!
Use our TumbleSearch to find books by title, author, subject, and Lexile and Accelerated Reader Level.
You can use your computer or download our TumbleBookLibrary App!
To sign into the app, all you need is your library card.
Happy Tumbling!
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Cobourg Public Library
200 Ontario Street
Cobourg, ON K9A 5P4
Numbers
T: 905-372-9271
F: 905-372-4538
Bewdley Branch: 905-797-2535 ext 23
Gore's Landing Branch: 905-269-4151
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